Cub Cadet RZT54 User Manual

Executing a Zero Turn
WARNING! When executing a zero turn, the tractor
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tractor is moving can significantly reduce your
control of the tractor and will cause severe turf
defacement to occur.
Stop the forward or reverse motion of the tractor by 
moving the two drive control levers to neutral.
To turn clockwise, move the left control lever forward while 2.
simultaneously moving the right control lever rearward.
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To turn counterclockwise, move the right control lever 3.
forward while simultaneously moving the left control lever
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Stopping the Tractor
Move both drive control levers to the neutral position to 
stop the motion of the tractor.
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position.
Use the deck lift handle to raise the deck to its highest 3.
position.
If dismounting the tractor, move the drive control handles 
fully outward in the neutral position, engage the parking
brake, move the throttle/choke control lever to the fast
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key from the switch.
WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor
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levers fully outward in the neutral position, and
engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor
unattended, turn the ignition key off and remove
key.
Driving On Slopes
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determine slopes where you may not operate safely.
WARNING! Do not operate on inclines with a slope
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cause serious injury.
Always drive across slopes, never up and down. Control 
the speed and direction of the tractor using primarily the
control lever on the downhill side of the tractor, with the
uphill control lever remaining essentially in a fixed position.
Avoid turning downhill if possible. Start at the bottom of a 2.
slope and work upward. Always slow down before turning.
Use extra care and go slowly when turning downhill.3.
Operating The PTO
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Move the throttle/choke control lever to approximately the 
mid throttle position.
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Advance the throttle/choke lever to the operating speed 3.
(full engine speed).
The operator must remain in the tractor seat at all times. If 
the operator should leave the seat without turning off the
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when both drive control levers are moved to the reverse
position, and will re-engage when one (or both) control
lever(s) is moved to the neutral or forward position.
Clockwise Zero Turn
Figure 5-9
Counterclockwise
Zero Turn
Figure 5-10
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Cub Cadet RZT54 Specifications

General

Engine Power	24 HP
Engine Brand	Kohler
Engine Displacement	725cc
Cutting Width	54 inches
Fuel Capacity	3.5 gallons
Transmission	Hydrostatic
Deck Construction	Fabricated
Blades	3
Deck Material	Steel
Turning Radius	0 inches
Warranty	3-year limited